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THE SHACK
Goolwa, SA

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 225 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 225 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 225 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 225 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 225 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pauline D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable property
perfect spot and very dog friendly the garden is a gem with secure fencing all around. Goolwa town only a short stroll as are the walks along the river.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathyderek B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location location location
Clean, light, airy and comfortable within comfortable walking distance of the town centre and wharf area. Well equipped with all the basic equipment for meals, lounging around and sleeping. Nice modern bathroom. Outside toilet spotless and it's door next to entrance and under cover of the veranda. Block well grassed, fenced and great for our 4 legged companion. Shack well set back from quiet road with good privacy while lovely sitting area out front. One of the best places we have stayed in and we had a lovely relaxing time. Great accommodation for a couple with a dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pet friendly stay
Second time we have stayed at the property. Good place to spend some time with the whole family including the dogs.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The SHACK
Its a great place to stay Compact in size but perfect for us I have a disability and use a walking frame The house is flat and getting into and out of it is easy The large yard's perfect for our medium sized dog Its big enough for him to have a really good run The toilets outside but this aspect didn't worry us There's good lighting outside All in all it was again (we've been there before a couple of time) a great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

J J L., South Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Reli catchup.
Well enclosed yard for our little dogs. Photos do not show it but front fence is sealed with wire mesh to keep the little dogs in which was great. Great location for catching up with relis nearby so will be back again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Don
Loved having our pet dog with us
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clare R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stat
What a wonderful dog friendly place! Was so pleasantly surprised at what a wonderful little place I’d found! Evie loved the huge yard for zoomies and general exploring. Inside was Perfect for a girl and her dog, just what we needed and plenty of space!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Affordable, comfortable, shack, Goolwa
Extremely clean updated shack exactly as described in the listing. Great shower and comfy bed, tiled floors. Very pleasant outdoor verandah/ sitting area. Great yard for the dog, good fence and gate encloses a well maintained lawn. We and our little maltese enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

jan w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy Nook
So handy to walk to the main street. Cosy, cool, clean, good value for money and secure for our dog. Great outdoor undercover areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
second time even better
Nice clean cozy comfy cottage and great yard to keep doggy happy and safe. We'll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Lauren L., Adelaide

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it
Lovely little getaway with my daughter. She’s already planning our return.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
We found the place to be very relaxing and plenty of outdoor space for our dog to go out into. She was very calm staying there straight away as some places she has taken a day to adopt. Good location not in a busy area. Would certainly think of staying there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Trip to the Coorong
"The Shack" was a quaint little cottage within walking distance to all local sights and shops. Plenty of natural habitats for the local flora and fauna. The only thing negative i would say about it is that there could have been more kitchen utensils and cookware items. As we are of an age where we prefer eating indoors than at outdoor establishments. We both enjoyed our stay very much and would recommend it to our friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and comfortable
The Shack is a beautiful little gem in a great location. Easy check-in process and was super relaxing and comfortable. The fact I could take my pooch, even better! Thank you Nat for a lovely stay, I will be back again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Sabrina N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little getaway
Great little getaway shack for a little holiday. Bonus points being able to bring your fur baby. Clean facilities. The only downfall is having to walk outside to go to the toilet which wasn’t 100% clear on the listing and not ideal when needing to go in the middle of the night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely little retreat
Just me and the dog, he loved the yard. A short drive to the beach. Our second visit but hopefully not our last.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANTHONY T.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Shack
A simple and easy place to stay. The dogs loved it. Clean, neatly presented and quiet, just what our souls needed. Nat a credit to you. Centrally located and an easy walk to main street for cafes..will come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The shack Goolwa
Absolutely fantastic place to stay if looking to get away with your fur babies! Very accommodating and has everything you’ll need:) It was our second time staying there and we will be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trish W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic little shack
The Shack was a tiny self contained haven. Everything you need for a no fuss break. The yard was excellent and our dog Harry had a ball. Some burr patches in the lawn but we just bought some dog boots and problem solved. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Elizabeth A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy beach shack
A comfortable stay,close to the centre of Goolwa and activities. Sticky taps the only snag.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bernie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Will be back
Nice and cosy little cottage, plenty of roaming space for the doggies, walking distance to everything Goolwa has to offer
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great getaway
Cosy, comfy and beautifully decorated. Loved our stop over.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Shack Staycation
Great location very quiet and peaceful. Have stayed 4 times now. Clean and comfortable. Dog friendly and fully fenced and secure is a bonus our two frenchies love it here. Only thing is it could use a hot plate or stove top. Has air fryer and electric frypan which were very useful. Great shower and air conditioner. Nice outdoor sitting area.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
The Shack was just as it was listed and just perfect for our stay. It was spotlessly clean. The added bonus was the fenced area which our dogs loved playing in. We will be back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Carol

This was difficult to believe but there is an outside toilet most inconvenient . Never even doubted the toilet would be inside NOTHING STATED ON 5NE INTERNET ABOUT AN OUTSIDE TOILET , towels were well worn and thin Cutlery was an array of different types air fryer still had food in it Microwave was dirty food on plate cutlery ,plates drawers were dirty All toiletries bottles eg shampoo eye were just about empty
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chrstina K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Totally enjoyed our stay, and catching up with friends
Only complaint was people not cleaning up after their pets
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matilda P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simple and comfortable
The Shack was lovely. Very simple one room, warehouse style accommodation. Plenty of yard for my fur baby to tun around within a secure environment. Very close to shops and other amenities, with great coffee shops and fantastic Thai restaurant a 5 min stroll away. We enjoyed our time at the Shack
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cat C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Brilliant little cottage
I absolutely loved my stay at The Shack. It was perfectly located and perfectly sweet. My two Jack Russell's loved running zoomies around the yard. Great two days, wish I'd booked more!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Elizabeth A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The dogs loved it and we got to thoroughly explore Goolwa.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

patricia F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Goolwa Shack
Great short stay, good location, nice and quiet and good to have a safe yard for our dog. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely accommodation
Great place to stay. Well equipped. Dogs loved the large secured yard. Will stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience was great
In good condition for its age As for the stay I actually lived in Goolwa for 28 years and new the neighbours
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Diane & John S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Goolwa Hideaway
Everything provided to make for a relaxing enjoyable stay (altho accessing loo from carport was nit ideal, but manageable). Bed super comfy & heating was appreciated. We loved that the property was totally fenced & our greyhound was able to freely roam the boundary!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The shack Goolwa
Lovely little cottage, lovely spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bev L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Shack
Very relaxing and lovely to have the dogs safely contained and in with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little place
This is the second time I have stayed at this property and I came back knowing it was a great location away from the busyness of other parts of Goolwa. Always clean and has everything you need if you don’t want to do lots of cooking- which I don’t! Great shower! Loved the outdoor table for relaxing in the sunshine. Perfect yard for furry friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded Our Expectations!
We were absolutely delighted on arrival! This place is gorgeous. Perfectly comfortable in size, the garden is beautiful. We enjoyed a very peaceful weekend, with a few minutes walk to anywhere we wanted to go. We loved watching our two Shelties run at their fastest pace around the garden. They were so happy! We had planned to do lots of venturing for the couple of days we were in Goolwa, but we found ourselves prefering to enjoy the relaxing accommodation for the majority of the weekend! This place is the best place we have found so far to holiday with our Pups! We are already looking at dates to return!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Shack
Lovely little property. Pet friendly secure fencing. I was in desperate need of tourist info. Maps and what to do. Food places. Nothing was immediatley visible in the unit. First stop was the info centre in town. I eventually found some tourist info tucked away in a cupboard. This should be visible for all visitors as soon as you enter. I had to contact the property manager on arrival as I wasn't sure how to get in. I probably should have been informed the key would be located under the mat. Couple of hiccups, but lovely couple of days.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very relaxing
Very neat and tidy and cosy. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolynne D.

Liked: Cleanliness
perfect
It was perfect for what we wanted clean and handy, lovely garden, and everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sallie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Goolwa break
Cosy small house with a large fully fenced yard. My dog enjoyed sitting at the gate watching the world go by. Lovely area under the bull nose verandah to sit and relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Not far from the Main Street and a short drive to the beach. Perfect place for my short stay. Thank you Nat.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly Recommend
Perfect low maintenance pet friendly get away. Located within walking distance to Main Street. Safe yard for our dog. Condition of property is exactly as advertised- no surprises. Communication from host was absolutely impeccable. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2023
Hi Stephanie, I am do pleased to hear you enjoy our little shack and all that Goolwa has on offer. you are welcome back to the shack anytime Thanks Nat x

10/10 Excellent

Jodie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful experience and will be back!
Fabulous
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kylie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay relaxation
We have stayed twice now at this property and have enjoyed its location, quiet neighbourhood, restful setting and clean facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Belinda J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable stay .
The shack was an enjoyable stay . Walking distance to the wharf , cafes and pub . Quiet location , all fenced off with a big yard for your furbaby to run around in . Would definitely recommend and will definitely be staying there again 🙂
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend away
Great location - we didn’t get in the car once we arrived.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy Clean and enjoyable
Nice area toilet out side but ok, grassed area , inside cosy and not far from shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Good
We really enjoyed our stay it was very relaxing and were impressed with the facilities and also the surrounding areas. We arrived back home relaxed and refreshed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Frances R.

Great place to stay
Enjoyed my stay here. Lovely little shack. The bed could have done with fresh clean bedding and there was no top sheet on the bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

patricia F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Goolwa short break
The Shack is very well situated for town amenities,very quiet when we stayed in March. Its a large area but basically one space.The garden is secure and plenty of room for our Dog to run. Overall we were happy with the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023